1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | SE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
